The water problem has been acutely felt in the urban areas. Droughts occur every now and then and every time the rains fall the state suffers. The government provides water through tankers but that is not enough. The water supplied thus is often inadequate. The scarcity of water is mainly felt during the summer months. Those who can afford, sink bore wells but with underground water being exploited to a great extent, bore wells too do not yield water. Many people have to buy water from private water suppliers. Permanent measures for this scarcity in water is necessary. More reservoirs have to be built, so that when it rains copiously, the water is stored and can be used while the demand is more. Rain water harvesting should be made compulsory in all buildings. Desalination plants should be set up in all coastal cities. Keep the city less congested and planning for the needs of the city are the best ways to avoid the inconvenience caused to the public due to water shortage.
There should be adequate supply of drinking water to all households, especially during the summer months